Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. Both registration and sign in support using google and facebook accounts. Escape will close this window.

Shop owner

AnnouncementNOTE: Due to major increase in USPS PACKAGE Mail in Jan 2016 I have had to increase my shipping fees. FREE COMBINED SHIPPING IS NO LONGER IN EFFECT. PLEASE DISREGARD ANY NOTATIONS OF "FREE COMBINED SHIPPING" ON ANY/ALL OF MY ITEMS DESCRIPTIONS.

FOR ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS:
ONE COUPON APPLICABLE PER SALE.
COUPONS *MUST BE USED AT CHECKOUT. I DO NOT REFUND DISCOUNTS! To use coupons click on the "APPLY SHOP COUPON" link in blue, then type in the code. You MUST hit the "ENTER" key after typing in the code BEFORE you finish paying or it won't work! You will see the discount reflected in your total if you have done it properly. Customers who just request the coupon discount under "NOTES TO SELLER" or send me a message after payment has processed will NOT receive a refunded discount:
$5 OFF $150 CODE: 5OFF150 excludes shipping & custom orders
$10 OFF $250 CODE: 10OFF250 excludes shipping & custom orders
FREE SHIPPING OFF $300 PURCHASE IN USA CODE: FREESHIPPING excludes custom orders

CUSTOM ORDERS: MINIMUM PURCHASE OF $50 with a $30 down payment.
CUSTOM ORDERS ARE NON-RETURNABLE/REFUNDABLE. Contact me and we will plan together the colors, theme, style, length etc.

CUSTOM CHUNKY CHARM BRACELETS: I have thousands of charms, beads, & crystals in a Rainbow of Colors, plus Black, White, Clear, Gold, Silver, Copper & Brown shades. For Charm pieces; whether you like Trees/Leaves, Ocean Creatures & Seashells(real or metal), Dragonflies, Butterflies, Ladybugs, Elephants, Hummingbirds, Dogs, Cats and other animals, Moon & Stars, Country Western and Much, Much More, I will create a design for you that you will love and will last for generations.

MORE CUSTOM ITEMS:
Other jewelry styles, Bracelets, Anklets, Necklaces, Earrings, Barefoot Sandals, Beaded and Link-style Belts, Wedding Jewelry including Bridesmaid Sets, Sun Catchers
*PRODUCTION TIME ON CUSTOM ITEMS VARIES BY DIFFICULTY AND STOCK AVAILABLE AND ANY PERSONAL TIME CONSTRAINTS. HOLIDAYS CAN AFFECT TIME. PLAN ON 7-10 BUSINESS DAYS IF I HAVE WHAT I NEED FOR YOUR DESIGN ALREADY IN STOCK.

Announcement

Last updated on Jul 1, 2017

NOTE: Due to major increase in USPS PACKAGE Mail in Jan 2016 I have had to increase my shipping fees. FREE COMBINED SHIPPING IS NO LONGER IN EFFECT. PLEASE DISREGARD ANY NOTATIONS OF "FREE COMBINED SHIPPING" ON ANY/ALL OF MY ITEMS DESCRIPTIONS.

FOR ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS:
ONE COUPON APPLICABLE PER SALE.
COUPONS *MUST BE USED AT CHECKOUT. I DO NOT REFUND DISCOUNTS! To use coupons click on the "APPLY SHOP COUPON" link in blue, then type in the code. You MUST hit the "ENTER" key after typing in the code BEFORE you finish paying or it won't work! You will see the discount reflected in your total if you have done it properly. Customers who just request the coupon discount under "NOTES TO SELLER" or send me a message after payment has processed will NOT receive a refunded discount:
$5 OFF $150 CODE: 5OFF150 excludes shipping & custom orders
$10 OFF $250 CODE: 10OFF250 excludes shipping & custom orders
FREE SHIPPING OFF $300 PURCHASE IN USA CODE: FREESHIPPING excludes custom orders

CUSTOM ORDERS: MINIMUM PURCHASE OF $50 with a $30 down payment.
CUSTOM ORDERS ARE NON-RETURNABLE/REFUNDABLE. Contact me and we will plan together the colors, theme, style, length etc.

CUSTOM CHUNKY CHARM BRACELETS: I have thousands of charms, beads, & crystals in a Rainbow of Colors, plus Black, White, Clear, Gold, Silver, Copper & Brown shades. For Charm pieces; whether you like Trees/Leaves, Ocean Creatures & Seashells(real or metal), Dragonflies, Butterflies, Ladybugs, Elephants, Hummingbirds, Dogs, Cats and other animals, Moon & Stars, Country Western and Much, Much More, I will create a design for you that you will love and will last for generations.

MORE CUSTOM ITEMS:
Other jewelry styles, Bracelets, Anklets, Necklaces, Earrings, Barefoot Sandals, Beaded and Link-style Belts, Wedding Jewelry including Bridesmaid Sets, Sun Catchers
*PRODUCTION TIME ON CUSTOM ITEMS VARIES BY DIFFICULTY AND STOCK AVAILABLE AND ANY PERSONAL TIME CONSTRAINTS. HOLIDAYS CAN AFFECT TIME. PLAN ON 7-10 BUSINESS DAYS IF I HAVE WHAT I NEED FOR YOUR DESIGN ALREADY IN STOCK.

About

The Bold and the Beadiful

Once upon a time..... Oh, that's not the type of story we're supposed to write here. Where do I begin? Actually, that is how I approach each piece of work. I have a color theme in my head, often inspired by something I've seen in nature, then I start to rummage through my Massive quantity of beads. I say massive, because I like to Buy things as much as I like to create pieces, LOL! Seriously though, I try to buy beads and components that are not as commonly used in the average jewelry made, so my pieces stand apart from the rest. Another reason, (which is big reason for me) I Really hate having to run to the store or wait for an order to arrive in the mail once I get my groove on for a new piece.

And so it begins, I sit down to layout the sequence, rows, shape, etc...at my make-shift desk; a compilation of an old computer desktop and soda crates, (Hey, it works for me) . This so-called desk has a lot of workspace and resides in, what I call, "My cave". Appropriately named as it is in my basement. Fortunately, though, I have two windows, out of which I can see my friendly Juncos in their birds nest in a bush. We've become geat friends, the Juncos and I. Even their little birdlets have become accustomed to me, but I digress.

I hibernate in my cave, sometimes for days, well, I do take the time to sleep. Sometimes. Anyhooo, some pieces do take several days to design. That's assuming my 8mos, 11mos, 2 and 3yr old nephews (my sisters were very busy) aren't harassing me between their naps. (Thank heaven for "nappy time") Though, Donovan, the 3yr old, has become my Official Bead Tosser. He has great fun doing so; it makes me laugh, and gives my sisters a break as well, so we're all happy. Ohhh to find such joy in the simple things.

Once my designs are completed, I photograph them, then sell them at Craft Fairs, Flea Markets, consign them to artsy shops, and post them online. Which, hopefully, brings you to my shop: http://www.DonnaLeaJewelry.etsy.com

Have a gander and thank you for taking time out of, what everyone suffers from these days (an incredibly busy schedule), to read and shop here.

Have a Happy Day :)
Donna
[me too Aunt D] Okay Donovan.
Van the Man says "thanks a lot" as well

Around the web

Shop members

Donna McGarry

Owner, Designer, Aunt Of My OFFICIAL BEAD TOSSER

Hi everbody :)
That's me on the right with my friend Jen on the left. We sing together. Not that That has anything to do with my shop, but I figured you would wonder who actually makes my stuff and owns my shop. Anyhoooo, I like to make jewelry :)

Donovan C. Swain

OFFICIAL BEAD TOSSER, Assistant

(Typed by "Aunt D". Words are by Van the Man).
My pic is 4 years old cuz I'm now 6. I'm as big as a 9yr old. I help Aunt D throw all the beads back in the bins and it's lots of fun cuz sometimes we throw them at each other and giggle....okay, by.

Shop policies

Last updated onApril 18, 2016

Hello! I'm Donna and I'm happy to be on Etsy. I love most artsy, unusual, sparkly, beautiful things, whether they are human, tangible or emotive. I'm silly, crazy, funny and have moments of spontaneity. Jewelry designing is something I happened to come across and found I love doing; especially when my nephews are down for their naps and have been running me ragged :) Mother Nature seems to be the inspiration for most of my pieces. She's beautiful, wondrous, and colorful.

Quality is of great importance to you and to me. After all, it is my name that accompanies each piece, and I want to ensure you will receive a well made, professional quality piece.

Unique is what I strive for and use many components, such as bead caps of various styles, extra spacers, numerous crystals, and seed beads in my pieces that make them stand apart from the average jewelers' stranded or charmed piece. I hope you enjoy your piece as much as I did when creating it.

Thank you for looking & remember, the sun is always shining, even when you can't see it because it's cloudy, rainy, sleeting, snowing....well, it's still shining somewhere

Accepted payment methods

Pay with Visa

Pay with Master Card

Pay with American Express

Pay with Discover

Pay with PayPal

Buy with Apple Pay

Pay with Sofort

Pay with iDeal

Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits

Payment

--I accept Paypal, Credit Card, and Etsy Gift Cards.
--Please make your payment within 24 hours* See below
--If you are Requesting Special Orders, Adjustments (only if it included a fee per our convo's), Expedited Shipping etc... I will send you an additional Paypal invoice. Your items will not ship until all payments have cleared.

Shipping

ADDENDUM TO ANY FREE COMBINED SHIPPING LISTINGS: DUE TO USPS DRAMITC INCREASES ON 1/17/2016 TO THEIR PACKAGE POSTAGE, I CAN NO LONGER OFFER FREE COMBINED SHIPPING OUTSIDE US AND ON MOST ITEMS INSIDE US. PLEASE DISREGARD ANY NOTATIONS OF FREE COMBINED SHIPPING THAT ARE IN THE LISTING DESCRIPTIONS

PLEASE READ ENTIRE POLICIES BEFORE YOU PURCHASE AN ITEM

--All items are sent with free delivery confirmation to track your shipment.
--Items typically ship within (1-3 BUSINESS days) If I cannot make that deadline I will inform you

COMBINED SHIPPING:
--Applies only to items purchased within a 24 hour period
--Please do not complete checkout until you have completed your shopping with Donna Lea Jewelry for the day. Items paid for separately will have individual shipping/ins. rates apply
--When shipping to more than one address, separate shipping rates will apply
--If combined shipping total exceeds that of the current Priority mail Flat rate, your shipping will be upgraded to the Priority flat rate. (does not include insurance)

INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING:
--Parcels are sent via USPS FIRST CLASS MAIL
--Buyer is responsible for all duties, customs, taxes and other fees. Your total will be based on the USPS international shipping policy. Please check your Country's policies before purchasing
--I WILL NOT SHIP to countries, territories, etc...where jewelry exports are forbidden by the USA.
--FOR PRIORITY OR EXPRESS SHIPPING please inquire for current pricing.

SHIPPING INSURANCE: (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED)
This covers your packaging guaranteeing you full reimbursement by U-Pic through USPS for any lost or damaged package. It only costs you pennies on the dollar. Please let me know prior to checkout, or make a note in the COMMENTS TO SELLER box during checkout if you would like to purchase insurance and I will send you an invoice for the amount. Once that is paid, your package will ship.
**FYI While I very carefully send your items in a box, then bagged then in a Kraft Bubble envelope, This STILL HAS HAPPENED in the past in both my Donna Lea Jewelry shop and with my Fire Swan Beads shop. If you do not purchase insurance you are out the money that you paid. See LOST AND OR DAMAGED ITEMS under my RETURN POLICY

DELAYED SHIPMENTS:
--Please understand, inclement weather & other occurrences, in addition to Holidays, may delay shipment delivery dates and are out of my control. When said instances occur in my neck of the woods, I will try to keep you informed of when I am able to get your shipment out.

ADDRESSING PACKAGES:
--Please let me know at checkout if you would like your package delivered to an address other than listed on your Etsy account.
--For faster US deliver, please include your ZIP + 4 digits, as is recommended by the USPS.
--I am not responsible for non-deliverable or incorrect addresses, unclaimed deliveries, nor theft (once a parcel has been delivered per USPS delivery confirmation) so please make sure your Etsy account has the correct address or, you have supplied me with a proper address.

Refunds and Exchanges

YOU MUST CONTACT ME PRIOR TO YOUR RETURN so I know when to expect its arrival and to inform you of any restrictions. Returns received prior to any notification may have restrictions based on its condition, whether is was a custom order, and length of time between purchase and return which can affect how much you are refunded if at all.

PLEASE READ ALL OF THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO RETURN
CONTACT INFO:
WWW.DONNALEAJEWELRY.ETSY.COM
CELL# 781-413-6557

RETURNS:
--10 BUSINESS DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE! from the date of receipt
- REFUND IS FOR ITEM ONLY less shipping, insurance & re-listing fee
- CUSTOM ORDERS MAY NOT BE RETURNED
- ITEMS MUST BE IN THEIR NEW, UNWORN CONDITION AND IN ITS ORIGINAL BOX for a full refund of the purchase price. If the box is missing and or the item shows signs of wear, then you will receive a pro-rated refund based on any items, beads, findings that I have to replace in order to place this back on the market as NEW.
- PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR INVOICE you can print this by going to your PURCHASES & REVIEWS
- I RECOMMEND SHIPPING INSURANCE & DELIVERY CONFIRMATION

SHIPPING INSURANCE:
--I HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU PURCHASE INSURANCE FOR YOUR PACKAGES. IT ONLY COSTS YOU PENNIES ON THE DOLLAR.
--INSURANCE IS AUTOMATICALLY INCLUDED ON ORDERS OVER $300 REGARDLESS OF WHAT THE LISTING STATES.

LOST AND OR DAMAGED ITEMS: Unfortunately, due to some false claims from a couple of shady customers, I now must make the following part of my policy:
--If you claim a package was not delivered to you but USPS shows the delivery confirmation address and date of delivery as complete, you will not be refunded.
--Damages caused in the mail are NOT my responsibility as once it is out of my hands I have no control of your package's handling. I carefully package your items in boxes, then bagged, and finally place them in bubble envelopes. WITHOUT SHIPPING INSURANCE THERE IS NO REIMBURSEMENT SO AGAIN, I RECOMMEND YOU PURCHASE INSURANCE. Just send me a message or include a note in the COMMENTS TO SELLER during checkout and I will send you an invoice for the additional amount. Again, it only costs you pennies on the dollar of your purchase.
--If your package is damaged and you have purchased insurance, then you are entitled to a full refund by the USPS. You will need to bring the following to your local post office to file a claim with U-PIC through USPS to receive your money back: 1)DAMAGED PIECE/S, 2)DAMAGED PACKAGING,3)ETSY INVOICE (which you can print from your PURCHASES under the YOU tab) 4)AND ANY COMMUNICATIONS WE MAY HAVE HAD FOR PROOF. Unfortunately, This is something I cannot do for you since you are the once in possession of the damaged articles.
--If your item is damaged, you can return it for repair, if possible, at the current labor rate plus the cost of materials and return shipping. This will not be covered by your USPS insurance.

LIFE HAPPENS AND THINGS BREAK what a bummer :(

RETAIN YOUR INVOICE FOR AS LONG AS YOU OWN YOUR PIECE. Think of it as a certificate of authenticity.
--If, unfortunately, an item breaks within 30 days of the tracking delivery date, please retain all of it's parts, including wire, thread, clasp, chain, jump rings, and all of the beads, and contact me for a repair or an even exchange.
--If I do not receive all of the beads, I reserve the right to substitute similar bead(s),at my sole discretion, for all repairs. I promise it will look just as pretty :)
--If an item breaks after 30 days, please contact me and we may work something out.

SAFETY:
Please keep in mind, Jewelry MUST have a breaking point to prevent injury such as: choking, cutting and other causes. This does not mean the piece was made poorly or cheaply. I use quality materials, take extra care during construction, and triple check my pieces prior to shipping to ensure their quality and duration for generations to enjoy.

FOR ITEMS THAT INCLUDE A WARRANTY:
WARRANTIES DO NOT COVER PLATING WEAR see below
As is true with all plated materials, the plating can wear off, especially when exposed to a lot of water and or lotions. Always remove before washing hands, in the shower, swimming and when sleeping. If a piece does get wet, PAT thoroughly dry, do not rub. DO NOT USE LOTIONS ON THE AREA OF WEAR (wrists, hands, neck, or ankles). Using lotions on or near the area where a piece lies WILL accelerate plating wear. I recommend DABBING perfume on you neck by your ears and elbows instead of spraying it. This method is also better for your colored clothing. Please read all polishing labels, including polishing cloths, prior to use on plated materials as some are not meant to be used on plated metals and can remove the finish.

DISCLAIMER: All my items are LEAD FREE(excluding crystals)*, NICKEL FREE, & CADMIUM FREE unless otherwise noted. (*Crystal by nature has a small percentage of lead. It is what separates its clarity from that of plain glass, gives the beads precise facets instead or rounded facets, and the amount is negligible to the wearer). I purchase my beads, and components from suppliers who state the items are LEAD FREE(excluding crystals)*, NICKEL FREE & CADMIUM FREE. I rely on their honesty. If you find an item does contain LEAD(excluding crystals) OR NICKEL, please return it WITHIN 10 BUSINESS DAYS OF RECEIPT so I can refund you and take the matter up with the supplier. If you are allergic to nickle and you have a reaction to an item that I STATED IN ITS LISTING to be nickle free, please inform me within 10 DAYS OF DELIVERY CONFIRMATION. You may return it for either a refund or an even exchange. I need to know this so I can make adjustments to the listing and inform my supplier and customers ASAP. Thank you.

Additional policies and FAQs

CUSTOM ORDERS AND IDEAS:
In some cases, multiple quantities and large orders may take a few weeks and are based on the availablility of stones, pearls, and beads.

If my shop does Not Currently List an item, or there are Not Enough Sets In the Listing OR you would like a set in a Different Color Theme, please don't hesitate to contact me and I will be happy to complete an order for you if possible.
*SHORT NOTICE REQUESTS may be completed if time constraints permit. I will try my best to help you out. You'll never know unless you ask me....so ask me :))

SPECIAL REQUESTS:
-Please allow At Least 2 weeks for your order to be completed and shipped out. One
(1) month for Weddings and large quantities.****
-In some cases, it may take me less or more time and I will notify you if it takes longer
-Additional time may be needed when ordering and awaiting the arrival of any special stock necessary to make your item/s. I should be able to tell you this when you order.

-PERSONALIZED NOTE CARDS: $0.75
-SPECIAL PACKAGING**Price will vary based on request ** (I once had a gentleman request a necklace be placed around a teddy bear's neck and shipped...Seriously!)
-UNORTHODOX REQUESTS. If I can do it, I will. Obviously, the request must be within reason and completely legal (haha!)
-If there is something else you have in mind, not mentioned above, all you have to do is ask me and I'll try to make it happen.